The Angkor Civilization

The important society of Angkor (or Khmer) in southeast Asia saw it's "classic period" and the construction of the spectacular Angkor Wat temple in the 9th to 14th centuries. Now a new archaeological map reveals some fascinating facts about the capital city of Angkor, including how it may have covered more than 3000 kilometers. Get the details from About.com Guide to Archaeology K. Kris Hirst.

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